Furuno FM-8700 User manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL
MARINE VHF RADIOTELEPHONE FM-8700
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Thismanualprovidestheinformationnecessary
for the installation of the FURUNO FM-8700
VHF Radiotelephone. For best performance
please follow the recommended procedures.
Table of Contents Page
1. System Configuration ........... 1
2. Equipment Lists .................... 2
3. Mounting .............................. 4
4. Connections......................... 11
5. Initial Settings...................... 18
Accessories,
Installation Materials..............A-1
Outline Drawings....................D-1
Interconnection Diagram .......S-1
Schematic Diagrams ..............S-2

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9-52, Ashihara-cho,
Nishinomiya, Japan
Telephone: [phone]
Telefax: 0798-65-4200
Your Local Agent/Dealer
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PUB. No. IME-56170-G
FM-8700
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TENI
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FIRST EDITION : APR. 1998
G : JUL. 4, 2001
Printed in Japan

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not open the cover
unless totally familiar with
electrical circuits.
Hazardous voltage which will
cause death or serious injury
exists inside the equipment.
WARNING
Turn off the power at the mains switch-
board before beginning the installation.
Post a warning sign near the switch-
board to indicate that power should not
be applied while the equipment is being
installed.
Electrical shock, serious injury or fire can
result if the power is not turned off or is
applied while the equipment is being
installed.
Ground the equipment to
prevent electrical shock
and mutual interference.
Confirm that the power supply voltage
is compatible with the voltage rating
of the equipment.
Connection to the wrong power supply
can cause fire or equipment damage.
The voltage rating appears on the label
at the rear of the display unit.
Observe the compass safe disatnce to
prevent deviation of a magnetic
compass.
CAUTION
Standard
compass
1.6 m
0.85 m
0.9 m
1.2 m
0.65 m
0.7 m
Transceiver
Unit
Duplexer
Unit
Power Supply
(option)
Steering
compass

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1. System Configuration
TRANSCEIVER UNIT
FM-8700
Handset
VHF
Antenna CH70 RX *
Antenna
Distress
Message
Controller
DMC-5
Navigation Device
DUPLEXER UNIT
DX-8700
Wing Handset (port)
Wing Handset (starboard)
Printer
PP-510
Printer
Interface
IF-8500
External Speaker
Remote Station RB-700
Distributor DB-500
AC/DC
Power
Supply
Unit PR-300
110/220 VAC
24 VDC
24 VDC
: Standard Supply
: Optional Supply
*: Not used when VHF antenna is
commonly used for TX/RX.

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2. Equipment Lists
Standard Supply
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11tiKtnuoMhsulF37-50PO010-683-500
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31rotubirtsiD005-BD
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C-BS-VVEPS-OC P2x2.0 297-021-000rofm01 0058-FI/AEMN/CMD
C-BS-VVEPS-OC P2x2.0 397-021-000rofm51 0058-FI/AEMN/CMD
C-BS-VVEPS-OC P2x2.0 497-021-000rofm02 0058-FI/AEMN/CMD
C-BS-VVEPS-OC P2x2.0 412-021-000rofm03 0058-FI/AEMN/CMD
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Optional Equipment

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3. Mounting
Transceiver Unit
General mounting considerations
Determine the mounting location for the transceiver unit considering
operator convenience, proximity to the power source and the ground
location. Keep these and the following points in mind when selecting
a mounting location.
• Locate the unit in a place free of water spray and water splash.
• Keep the unit out of direct sunlight because of heat that can build
up inside the unit.
• Leave a little slack in cables to allow a service technician to move
the radio from its usual location with the cables connected. This
lets him make tuning and other adjustments on a “live” set.
• Do not install the unit where flammable gases are stored.
• Select a well ventilated area.
• Ensurethemountinglocationisstrong enough to support the weight
of the unit (6 kg) under the condition of continued vibration nor-
mally encountered aboard the vessel. If necessary, reinforce the
mounting area with a doubling plate or lining block.
• Leave sufficient space at the sides and rear of the unit for mainte-
nance and service purposes and to provide for circulation of cool-
ing air. The minimum service clearance appears in Figure 2.
•For flush mounting, select a location where the LCD can be eas-
ily viewed.
Note:
Take great care not to press the DISTRESS switch during the
installation. If you accidentally press the switch, immediately turn
off the equipment and contact appropriate authority by telephone.

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Overview of mounting methods
Figure 1 Overview of mounting methods
Tabletop
Overhead
Flush Mount Bulkhead

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Mounting procedure for tabletop, overhead and
bulkhead mounting
1. Using the hanger as a template, mark fixing holes in the mount-
ing location.
2. Fix the hanger to the mounting location with 4 sets of tapping
screw, washer, space and two kinds of bushing.
3. Screw the knob bolts with washers into the transceiver unit.
4. Set the transceiver unit to the hanger and tighten knob bolts.
•All dimensions in millimeters.
•Foraddedsupport,fastenhangerwithnuts,boltsandwash-
ers (local supply) instead of wood screws.
•Leave sufficient space at the sides and rear of the unit to
provide easy access for maintenance and service. The mini-
mum service clearance is shown in the figure.
Figure 2 Mounting dimensions for tabletop, overhead and bulkhead
mounting
230
258
108
119
6-φ7.5
95 95
150
89
394
463
80
80
155
150

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The mounting procedure for flush mount (option)
Requires flush mount kit OP05-73 (optional supply). Prepare a cut-
out in the mounting location whose dimensions are as shown in the
Figure 3.
Flush Mount Kit (OP05-73)
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Figure 3 Mounting dimensions for flush mount
Duplexer Unit
General mounting consideration
•Locate the unit in a place free of water spray and water splash.
•Keep the unit out of direct sunlight because of heat that can build
up inside the unit.
•Leave a little slack in cables to allow a service technician to move
the radio from its usual location with the cables connected. This
lets him make tuning and other adjustments on a "live" set.
•Do not install the unit where flammable gases are stored.
•Select a well ventilated area.
•Ensure the mounting location is strong enough support the weight
of the unit (2.7 kg) under the condition of continued vibration nor-
mally encountered aboard the vesssel. If necessay, reinforce the
mounting area with a doubling plate or lining block.
•Leave sufficient space at the sides and rear of the unit for mainte-
nance and service purposes and to provide for circulation of cool-
ing air.
Mounting the unit
Mount the unit with four tapping screws supplied.
150 205 261
10
max 14
25
20
106
10

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VHF Antenna
The antenna requirements
Any good quality antenna meeting the requirements shown below
may be used. A high-gain antenna is preferable.
•Frequency range: 155 to 164 MHz
•Impedance: 50 ohms
•Polarization: Vertical
•Handling power: 30 W/ min
•Quality: Able to withstand marine environment
Mounting considerations
•Theantenna should be well separated from nearby antennas, masts,
and other interfering objects.
•The higher the antenna is mounted above the horizon, the further
the communications range.
Mounting procedure
The basic mounting procedure for antennas supplied by FURUNO is
as follows, however consult appropriate outline drawing for details.
1. Fasten the antenna bracket to the stanchion.
2. Set the antenna to the antenna bracket and tighten bolts.
3. Screw the coaxial cable plug into the antenna.
CH70 Rx Antenna
The antenna should be well separated from nearby antennas, masts,
and other interfering objects.
The mounting procedure is the same as that for the VHF antenna,
however consult appropriate outline drawing for details.
Handset Hanger
The handset hanger can be mounted at the front or rear of the trans-
ceiver unit. To mount the hanger at the rear of the unit, a connector
and connector assembly are required (option). The mounting loca-
tion should provide easy access to front panel controls while operat-
ing the handset. Also, the length of the standard handset cable is 50
cm, so locate the handset hanger within 50 cm of the unit. (Longer
cables are available optionally.)

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Power Supply (option)
For Convention vessels, both AC and DC power must be fed to the
FM-8700, via an AC/DC power supply. When AC input fails, DC
power is supplied. FURUNO can supply an AC/DC power supply
unit, the PR-300.
Mounting considerations
When selecting a mounting location, keep in mind the following
points.
•Select a location which provides adequate ventilation.
•The location must be clean and dry.
•The mounting location must be able to support the weight of the
unit (14.5 kg) under the continued conditions of vibration normally
encountered aboard the vessel. If necessary, reinforce the mount-
ing location.
Mounting
Refer to outline drawing.
Printer Interface (option)
Printer Interface IF-8700 is connected between the printer PP-510
and the transceiver unit. See outline drawing on page D-11.
Printer (option)
Refer to the printer outline drawing on page D-12 for mounting
dimensions.
Lay the printer on a tabletop and fix it with printer fixtures 1 and 2.
405
200
Printer
Fixture 1
Printer
Fixture 2
Figure 4 Mounting of Printer PP-510

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External Loudspeaker (option)
The external loudspeaker can be installed on a tabletop, the overhead
or a bulkhead. Fasten the loudspeaker to the mounting location with
tapping screw, or nuts, bolts and washers. For mounting dimensions,
see the outline drawing on page D-9.

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4. Connections
Overview
Figure 5 Interconnection

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Connection of Power Supply
Convention vessels, 100/220 VAC ship’s mains
Convention vessels must supply both AC and DC power to the FM-
8700, via an AC/DC power supply unit. Both AC and DC are sup-
plied by theAC/DC power supply unit, and when AC input fails DC
power is activated.
Connect the radio battery to the DC IN terminal on the PR-300. Con-
nect the AC ship’s mains to the AC IN terminal on the PR-300.
Radio battery (24 VDC)
Attach the connector supplied to the power cable and plug it into the
24VDC connector at the rear of the transceiver unit. Connect the wire
ends to the radio battery line.
Connection of VHF Antenna
The VHF antenna is connected to the duplexer unit with a 50 ohm
coaxial cable, type 5D-2V. Be sure to leave some slack in the cable
for future service and maintenance.
Lay the coaxial cable and attach an M-type plug to the cable (if nec-
essary) as follows.
1. Remove the sheath by 20 mm.
2. Bare 13 mm of the center conductor. Trim braided shield by 5
mm and tin.
3. Slide coupling ring onto cable.
4. Screw the plug assembly on the cable.
5. Solder plug assembly to braided shield through solder holes. Sol-
der contact sleeve to conductor.
6. Screw coupling ring into plug assembly.
Screw the plug into theANT connector at the buttom of the duplexer
unit.

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Figure 6 How to attach the M-type plug to the coaxial cable
Connection of CH70 Rx Antenna
The CH70 Rx antenna is connected to the duplexer unit with a 50
ohm coaxial cable, type 5D-2V. Attach an M-type plug to the cable
(if necessary) as shown in Figure 6. Screw the plug into the CH70
ANT connector at the buttom of the duplexer unit.
Connection of Handset
Connect the handset cable to the HANDSET port on the rear of the
tranceiver unit.
Grounding the Transceiver Unit
Fasten a ground wire (local supply) between the GND terminal at the
rear of the transceiver unit and ship’s hull (or ground bus).
CAUTION
Ground the equipment to
prevent electrical shock
and mutual interference.

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Connection of AC/DC Power Supply Unit PR-300 (option)
Changing tap connections
Change the tap connections of the transformer according to input
voltage.
110
100
100V
10% 0
110
100
0
NC
100
0
FAN
100VAC SHIP'S MAINS
110
100
110V
10% 0
110
100
0
NC
100
0
FAN
110VAC SHIP'S MAINS
110
100
200V
10% 0
110
100
0
NC
100
0
FAN
200VAC SHIP'S MAINS
110
100
220V
10% 0
110
100
0
NC
100
0
FAN
200VAC SHIP'S MAINS
Figure 7 Tap connections in the PR-300
Changing the power fuse
Change the power fuse according to input voltage as follows.
Input Fuse
100/110 VAC 10A
200/220 VAC 5A
FURUNO
PR-300
AC IN DC IN DC OUT
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
100V
220V 10A 5A 20A
Fuse for ship's mains
DC power
source switch
Lamp
(red) Lamp (green)
AC power
source switch
Figure 8 AC-DC power supply unit PR-300, rear view

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Ground
Connect a ground wire between ship’s superstructure and a fixing
screw on the PR-300.
CAUTION
Ground the equipment to
prevent electrical shock
and mutual interference.
Connection of External Equipment (options)
Equipment available
The following equipment can be connected to the FM-8700:
•Distress Message Controller DMC-5
•Remote Station RB-700 (or Distributor DB-500)
•Navigator : the FM-8700 can receive the following data sentences
in NMEA format (Ver. 1.5).
GLL: Latitude and longitude
RMC: Generic navigation information
RMA: Loran C data (L/L, LOPs, etc.)
Note:
For RMC, data (month and day) are entered in
the log and for GLL, time (hour/min/sec) is
entered in the log.
•MIC Receptacle Box and Wing Handset
•External Loudspeaker
•Printer Interface IF-8500
Talker Sentence
GP, LC, DE, TR, LA, OM GLL
GP, TR RMC
LC RMA

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Cables required
Equipment Cable required
Remote Station RB-700 or
Distributor DB-500
CO-SPEVV-SB-C 0.2x10P(10P cable w/armor, no connectors)
or 05S0721(w/connectors)
Distress Message Controller
DMC-5
CO-SPEVV-SB-C 0.2x2P
Navigator CO-SPEVV-SB-C 0.2x2P
Wing handset
Two types of wing handsets are available: HS-6000FZ6 (carbon MIC)
and HS-6000FZ5 (dynamic MIC). Change jumper connections on
the CONTROLLER Board as shown in Figure 9 according to hand-
set connected.
JP2 setting
CD
For carbon MIC
(Default setting)
CD
For dynamic MIC
Figure 9 Transceiver unit, top view, showing CONTROLLER Board
Jumper Block
JP2
CONTROLLER Board

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Printer Interface
Refer to page S-1.
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
TB1
RxD-C
RxD-H
TxD-C
TxD-H
RxD-C
RxD-H
TxD-C
TxD-H
-
+
Connect the connector coming
from pinter to "PRINTER"
port.
No. 1 FM-8700
No. 2 FM-8700
Figure 10 Cable entrance of Printer Interface
Modification of antenna circuit
The factory setting is individual use of antenna for TX and RX (two
antennas are needed).
If you want to ues a common antenna for TX and RX, do the
following modification.
1. Remove the cover of the Duplexer Unit.
2. Remove connector plug of J6, comming from CH70 RXANT con-
nector. Wrap it with vinyl tape to insulate.
3. Attach connector assembly L-110 (supplied) between J5 and J6 .
24 VDC